Model Year | 2013 | 2014 | |
Model | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 101.5 in | 98.0 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 165.4 in | 160.1 in | 5.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 67.8 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 58.3 in | 58.1 in | 0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3326 lb. | 2742 lb. | 584 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.3 in | 39.1 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 52.7 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.2 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 37.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 49.0 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 31.2 in | 4.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.0 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 46.0 ft3 | 25.4 ft3 | 20.6 ft3 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |